2000 Toyota Solara vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova. 1996 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Solara | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Solara | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
